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PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

Preventative maintenance is the best way to ensure your vehicle stays reliable, and lets you avoid major repairs as well as the expenses that come with them. At Van's Auto Service, we provide a complete preventative maintenance program, and carry all the necessary parts and expertise to take care of the little jobs that let you avoid the big ones. Choose from a comprehensive range of the fluids, oils, filters, and belts that your vehicle needs to keep running happily and healthily. Relax while your ride is inspected by our highly-trained technicians, and rest assured that it'll keep running smoothly for miles and miles.

The first part of our preventative maintenance program deals with your vehicle's fluids. Your car needs these fluids to keep running smoothly and prevent overheating. Most of our fluid change services are completed quickly so you can get back on the road in East Flat Rock, NC. Our technicians are happy to monitor and refill your engine oil, automatic transmission fluid, brake fluid, anti-freeze, power steering and wiper fluids. We also perform checks on your radiator to ensure there are no small leaks caused by stones and other road debris.

The next area of our program deals with the filters in your car. Whether filtering oil, fuel, or air, your car's engine and drivetrain rely on pure ingredients free from power-robbing particles. Your vehicle's fuel system, for example, wants only the purest gasoline or diesel. When microscopic particles build up in the system over time they reduce its efficiency and cause issues like decreased gas mileage. The same goes for your engine's air filter. An engine needs a mix of fuel and air to create combustion, and that can't happen if your motor can't breathe. Regularly changing your car's filters will prevent this from occurring. Van's Auto Service will make sure all your car's filters are flowing smoothly and clear, as well as the often-overlooked cabin air filter which can make a huge difference in how pleasant a car is to be inside.

Tire balancing is an important area of preventative maintenance where we excel. If your car's tires are out of balance, they could be putting undue strain on components in the suspension, braking, and drivetrain systems, which can cost you greatly further down the road. Ensuring a smooth ride with professionally balanced wheels and tires is a much cheaper, easier, and safer way to make sure your car stays on the road, while ensuring a long life for your tires.

Your car's timing belts are extremely important to examine during the course of preventative maintenance. There are a number of events that need to take place for one full revolution of your car's engine. These belts ensure that they all line up with each other, and occur at exactly the right moment. Should the belts become damaged or break, the events can fall out of sync and happen at the wrong time, which can be seriously detrimental to the health of your engine and your car overall. Van's Auto Service ensures that all your car's belts are healthy, and that all of those events keep happening at exactly the right time.

If you want Van's Auto Service to make sure that your vehicle is well-equipped to continue transporting you safely for years to come, call us at 828-692-6046, or visit us in East Flat Rock, NC so we can schedule a time to take a look at it!

Brought my truck in to have control arms replaced they did it in A timely manner also had manifolds replaced truck rides and drives like a brand new one Thank you Van and crew

Greg G.

It's a nice place to get your car worked and the mechanics are great

Robert A.

Most wonderful repair shop ever!! Broke down on the interstate, went to several shops before finding him, no one else would even consider helping. Van's said immediately he would get me in and my repair made by 5pm. It was 3pm when I got there!!! If you need help, go to Van's!!!! Very nice, very fair price!!!

Shirley L.

Good mechanic to work on your cars

Fred A.

Can't say enough about these guys. I had a brake issue with a vehicle I had just purchased from an individual and found my self stranded on the interstate with over 300 miles to get back home. After finally getting hold of a towing company (can't remember the name, sorry) Van's was recommended by the dispatcher. I called and they were able to get me in and within 2 1/2 hours I was back on the road and headed home without breaking the bank.

Andy B.

Been a customer for years. Have sent friends and family to see them. I've had Everything from oil changes to replacing an engine. Have never had any problems . Van stands behind his work. Highly recommend.

Richard C.

Van is honest & stands by his work. It's nice to know you can trust your mechanic.

Nancy J.

Pros. They are top notch. I drive from Charlotte to see Van for my cars. His prices and his honesty make the drive worth it.

Gil B.

Vehicle tips

According to recent studies, 5 percent of all motor vehicle fatalities are clearly caused by automobile maintenance neglect.

The cooling system should be completely flushed and refilled about every 24 months. The level, condition, and concentration of coolant should be checked. (A 50/50 mix of anti-freeze and water is usually recommended.)

Never remove the radiator cap until the engine has thoroughly cooled. The tightness and condition of drive belts, clamps and hoses should be checked by a pro.

Change your oil and oil filter as specified in your manual, or more often (every 3,000 miles) if you make frequent short jaunts, extended trips with lots of luggage or tow a trailer.

Replace other filters (air, fuel, PCV, etc.) as recommended, or more often in dusty conditions. Get engine drivability problems (hard stops, rough idling, stalling, diminished power, etc.) corrected at a good shop.

A dirty windshield causes eye fatigue and can pose a safety hazard. Replace worn blades and get plenty of windshield washer solvent.

Have your tires rotated about every 5,000 miles. Check tire pressures once a month; let the tires cool down first. Don't forget your spare and be sure your jack is in good condition.